Institution Chaplain

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Position functions as a recognized resource as the chaplain for the Central Michigan Correctional Facility. This position is responsible for providing and coordinating all religious activities for the level 1, Central Michigan Correctional Facility. This position works with staff and outside volunteers to ensure that the religious rights of the prisoners are being met and provides structure that allows for spiritual growth of the prisoner population in line with safety and security concerns.

This position is located within the secure perimeter of the facility.

• Possession of a bachelor's degree in religion, theology, divinity, or in an area of human services such as guidance and counseling, social work, criminal justice, etc.

• Institution Chaplain 9:
  No specific type or amount is required.
• Institution Chaplain 10:
  One year of professional experience as a religious leader either in a community or institutional setting equivalent to an Institution Chaplain 9.
• Institution Chaplain P11:
  Two years of professional experience as a religious leader either in a community or institutional setting equivalent to an Institution Chaplain, including one year equivalent to an Institution Chaplain 10.
• Institution Chaplain 12:
  Three years of professional experience as a religious leader either in a community or institutional setting equivalent to an Institution Chaplain, including one year equivalent to an Institution Chaplain P11. Possession of an associate's degree in religious studies or an area of human services and two years (4,160 hours) of experience performing religious services such as marriages, burials, baptisms, and any other services unique to the particular faith may be substituted for the education requirement.

**** REQUIRED INFORMATION:
Employment in the state classified service demands a high degree of loyalty and imposes high ethical standards on employees to ensure the integrity of state government and maintain effective services. All employees must meet these ethical standards and all appointing authorities are obligated to enforce these ethical standards.

As part of this effort all employees are required to report any possible conflict of interest, please review the information and be prepared to respond to questions related to the information in your application.

Ethical Standards and Conduct (

Note:

you do not need to fill out the form)

Certification or endorsement by the recognized endorsing body of the religious faith.

Certain positions may require that only individuals with credentials in a particular religious faith be considered.

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